Here's a song about a little river that runs through our part of the country (central Illinois)...and here's my first BiaB video... hope you enjoy...Dan

I used ALLISR.Sty Fast Country Ballad w/ Resonator
519 Bass...522 guitar...Nashville ev 8 drums...405 guitar...408 guitar

https://youtu.be/XYMnvCpgCuk

What a sensational delivery.

Lots and lots to like about this production.

Balance, vocally, lyrically, visually.

This is really, really excellent. Yes, lots and lots to like about this production.

Thanks for your kind comments...it was a lot of fun to make and the people who live in the Spoon River valley seem to really like it...thanks again...Dan

Lots of passion/emotion in this song!! You did a great job with the vocal too!! The mix could be a little cleaner but I love the nostalgic feel of the song! Enjoyed a lot!! Take care. Greg

Thanks Greg...I tried to clean up the mix a bit...thanks again...Dan

Howdy Dan....

Admittedly, this is not a genre I listen to or write in but I can still recognize a good song.

This is a good story telling song with well expressed, fleshed out lyrics.
The song is well structured and easily creates the desire to keep listening.
Vox is emotive and the harmonies sound great.
I wish I could hold a note (confidently) like you are able to.
I'd sound like a dull chain saw if I were to try.

Well done....keep up the good work.

(EDIT: I forgot to say the video was very good too)

Thanks so much for the kind and generous comments...glad you enjoyed the song and video...I'm a gospel writer and venture into Americana on occasion...the world needs chain saws...I usually sound like a seal gasping for air so I really appreciate your comment...Thanks again...Dan

Am I hearing a Floyd Jane influence in the vox?

When a song can bridge genres so seamlessly, it is very good. Really enjoyed listening. Kudos.

Thanks Donny...I wasn't trying to bridge genres just trying to bridge "The Old Spoon"...thanks for listening and commenting...I appreciate it...Dan

When I first saw the title, I wondered if it was a parody of "Moon River".

Obviously not!

Easygoing and wistful. Laid back arrangement, nice vocals and harmonies.

Floods my mind

I see what you did there!

A very pleasant listen!

Dan,
Your reminiscing works for me; a nice lilt to the melody, gentle backing that suits the feel and an excellent vocal.
Very well done for a first Biab production!

Robert

WOW this is simply fantastic. Super vocal with great sounding harmonies! A fantastic backing track with everything mixed to perfection.

There is a lot to like about this one! Great work here.

David...thanks for the comments...it actually started out "Blue River" then I thought "I live 10 miles from Spoon River" why write fiction when you can write your own account of a real river... so there you go...thanks for listening and commenting...Dan

Thanks Robert...I really appreciate your comments...Dan

Mario...and WOW what a gracious and uplifting review...I'm thrilled that you liked "Spoon River" and truly appreciate the comments...thanks again...Dan

Not very often I comment on songs but this song is something else. I reckon this would be the nicest song I’ve heard in a very long time. Just brilliant all the way. Spot on singing and harmonies with really nice backing. Very pleasant!!

Thanks for the listen.

Tony

Outstanding in every way, Dan. From the write to the professional production. And what an enjoyable video. So well done.

Tony and Marty...thanks guys for these glowing reviews...I value your opinions as fellow songwriters and musicians...my best regards...Dan

Sell that to the Illinois Tourism Bureau.

Nicely done!

moto

moto...I pitched to the Spoon River drive people...they loved it but no check yet!!...I need an agent are you available...good idea thanks...Dan

Hi Firesong really well done peace of music love the fiddle and the vocal great worship music thanks for sharing Eric

Eric...thanks so much for the comments...it sounds like you're talking about Worship Him Now the celtic piece I posted...anyway thanks allot...I appreciate it...Dan